Freedom and need: The evolution of public strategy for biomedical and health research in England

被引：12

作者：

Shergold M. ^{[1
]}

Grant J. ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] RAND Europe, Westbrook Centre, Cambridge CB4 1YG, Milton Road

来源：

Health Research Policy and Systems | / 6卷 / 1期

基金：

英国医学研究理事会;

关键词：

National Health Service; Medical Research Council; Priority Setting; Government Department; Chief Medical Officer;

D O I：

10.1186/1478-4505-6-2

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摘要：

The optimal support of health-related research and development with public money is a complex challenge. Over the last century, policy makers in England have conceived and implemented a variety of models, ranging from independent, curiosity driven research to needs-based state commissions, and promoting different bodies to oversee scientific work. This paper traces these approaches, identifies the principles that drove them, and discusses their role in shaping policy for publicly funded health research, up to the recent launch of a new research strategy by the Department of Health. © 2008 Shergold and Grant; licensee BioMed Central Ltd.

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